Prune
Prune Belly Syndrome
Prune Belly Syndrome (pronounced: proon bel-ee sin-drohm), also known as Eagle-Barrett Syndrome or Triad Syndrome, is a rare congenital disorder characterized by a triad of symptoms: absence of abdominal muscles, undescended testes, and urinary tract abnormalities.
Etymology
The term "Prune Belly" refers to the distinctive appearance of the abdomen in affected individuals, which is wrinkled and lax, resembling a prune. The syndrome was first described by Dr. John M. Barrett in 1895, hence the alternative name Eagle-Barrett Syndrome.
Symptoms
The primary symptoms of Prune Belly Syndrome include:
- Abdominal muscle deficiency: The absence or underdevelopment of the abdominal muscles, leading to a wrinkled, prune-like appearance of the belly.
- Undescended testes: The testes fail to descend into the scrotum before birth.
- Urinary tract abnormalities: These can include an enlarged bladder, kidney abnormalities, and urinary tract infections.
Related Terms
- Congenital disorder: A condition that is present at birth.
- Abdominal muscle: The muscles that form the front wall of the abdomen.
- Undescended testes: A condition in which one or both of the testes fail to descend.
- Urinary tract: The organs and ducts involved in the production and excretion of urine.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Prune
- Wikipedia's article - Prune
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